The winegrowers and houses of Champagne have announced their agreement to set the marketable yield for the 2026 harvest at 8,800 kg per hectare. The official start of the harvest is scheduled for August 15, with most of the region expected to begin harvesting between August 20 and August 25. This timing is 10 to…

Maison Telmont has partnered with the Emirates GBR SailGP Team to unveil a limited-edition bottle of its iconic Réserve Brut cuvée Inspired by the team’s striking F50 race boat, the limited-edition bottle launches exclusively in 100 Waitrose stores across the UK from July 2026, timed to coincide with the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix…

Chanoine Frères, established in 1730, holds the honour of being the second-oldest Champagne house, with an illustrious history that spans nearly three centuries. This esteemed establishment has accumulated a wealth of expertise in crafting exceptional Champagne that reflects both tradition and innovation. In the last twenty years, Chanoine Frères has taken significant strides to promote…

At Canard-Duchêne, they have been cultivating the everlasting bond with nature and community since 1868, crafting Champagne that’s worthy of every moment. Sourced from the esteemed Pinot Noir grapes of Montagne de Reims in the heart of Ludes, each bottle is a tribute to their rich heritage and the generations of relationships that have shaped…

The world’s first moving fine dining experience on a Formula 1 circuit. Paris, July 17, 2026 – Moët Hennessy and Formula 1 announce the launch of The Out Lap, an entirely new hospitality concept that reimagines the Grand PrixTM weekend through the lens of craftsmanship, storytelling and exceptional gastronomy. Born from the long-term partnership between…

From luxury camping escapes and beachside lunches to vibrant outdoor celebrations, summer is all about making the most of time spent outdoors. To help elevate these occasions, the Champagne Bureau UK has shared expert guidance on matching different Champagne styles to some of the season’s most popular al fresco experiences. Most people only think of…

“Amour de Deutz Rosé is the other side of the mirror of the Cuvée Amour. It combines the nobility of Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs of great origins and the imprint of a sunny vintage. Throughout the tasting, the blend deploys a volume of ample and deep sensations that draw a creamy and sensual palate. Time…

Every year, some of the most significant vineyard estates in Champagne and Burgundy change hands. Very few of these transactions ever appear in public. There is no listing, no advertised price, no press release — often not even a whisper until well after the deed is signed. To an outside observer, the market for great…

The Famille Penet is a historic winemaking dynasty renowned for producing exclusive Grand Cru Champagnes in the Montagne de Reims region of France. Their legacy is rooted in centuries of viticulture in the villages of Verzy and Verzenay, centred around a 19th-century mansion and vaulted cellars in Verzy. The estate is managed by Alexandre Penet,…